With the nice weather birds are everywhere! We even have a few that are trying to make a nest on our front porch. My husband keeps putting up obstacles to keep them from making one but they just won't go away. Don't get me wrong. We love birds, just not the mess they leave behind. We want to enjoy them in the yard not on my front porch! Don't you agree? That's why we love this DIY Coffee Mug Bird Feeder! You can feed the birds where you want … [Read more...]
20 Edible Activities for Kids To Do
What makes kids crafts more fun? Edible activities for kids to make and taste! You can make edible crafts to beat boredom, work on fine motor skills, celebrate a special day or to just make some memories bonding in the kitchen with your kids! Taking into account that everyone has different ideas on what's fun and easy when it comes to crafting (especially with food!) we've included a variety of different ones below. Painted toast and peanut … [Read more...]
Ocean Animals Tracing Coloring Pages
If your kids are eagerly anticipating summer or a trip to the seaside these ocean animals tracing coloring pages are just the thing! Just print them out and throw in your bag to do in the car, at home, or even on the go. They're a great way to sneak in some fine motor practice while keeping kids from getting bored. (Affiliate links included below.) Printable Ocean Animals Tracing Coloring Pages These go beyond your regular coloring pages … [Read more...]
Colorful Wind Chime Craft
We have had crazy weather all winter. Over the last few days it has gotten so hot we had on shorts while we were out in the yard playing. Then in a few days we will back to wearing sweaters. The kids and I took advantage of the nice weather to makes a colorful wind chime craft. We crafted outside, enjoyed the great weather, and created pretty wind chimes to hang up in the yard. Win, win, win! This colorful wind chime craft is so much fun … [Read more...]
Magnet Sensory Bin
Want a fun way to develop your kids' critical thinking skills while drinking your coffee before it gets cold? Better yet an activity that doesn't involve the iPad? Then you are going to love this magnet sensory bin! With very few supplies you can set up a hands-on invitation to explore sand and magnets. Science themed sensory bins like this one are a favorite with kids because they can tinker and discover in any way they want. This is a great way … [Read more...]
Rainbow Jell-O in a Jar Recipe
Rainbow Jell-O Jars are a fun way to brighten anyone’s day! They are the perfect treat for St. Patrick's Day, birthdays, holidays, rainy days, and sunny days—you can’t go wrong with anything rainbow colored. Rainbow Jell-O Recipe Ingredients: 6 small boxes of Jell-O in rainbow colors 2 cups of sour cream or Greek yogurt Boiling water and cold water Whipped cream Colored sprinkles Dozen 4 ounce jelly jars (we used the wide … [Read more...]
The Importance of Being Kind to Yourself
"Of course. I'd love to help out!" you say. You whip out your calendar and add another thing to your already too long to-do list. You really don't mind helping with the kids' school fundraiser. After all you just adore their teachers so this is the least you can do. Right? Somehow you'll pull it off. The kids really do need computers in their classrooms. You just have to switch some things around. But what? You already get up at the crack of … [Read more...]
A Process Art Activity Kids Can’t Resist
Process art projects are always fun for kids because they are about the process and not the end result. They love using their own creativity to make something without worrying about what their creation "should" look like. Process art sounds fancy but all it really means is letting explore materials without having to adhere to a certain end product. It's great for fostering creativity and making dinner. Yep. Process art engages kids and allows you time … [Read more...]
